1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 2000 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2000 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Saab 03-Sep. (129 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2000 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 380 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saab 03-Sep. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 2000 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Marcos | Saab |
| Model | Mantara | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1430 mm |
